Side Effects

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known

  1. Agitation
  2. confusion
  3. cough or hoarseness
  4. dizziness
  5. fast heartbeat
  6. fever
  7. hearing or seeing things that are not there
  8. hives, itching, skin rash
  9. irritation
  10. joint pain, stiffness or swelling
  11. muscle twitching
  12. overactive reflexes
  13. poor coordination
  14. redness of the skin
  15. shivering
  16. sweating
  17. swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
  18. tightness in the chest
  19. trembling or shaking
  20. trouble breathing or swallowing

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

  1. Headache
  2. unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  1. Constipation
  2. heartburn
  3. indigestion
  4. stomach discomfort, upset, or pain

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.